2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac XLR and 2004 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander. 2004 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |